SmallStepper vs First05
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmallStepper
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SmallStepper – A Simple Task Manager, Habit Tracker, and ADHD-Friendly Planner Too many things to do? Not sure where to start, even after making a to-do list? SmallStepper helps you focus by showing you just one small step at a time. Break down goals, routines, and everyday tasks into manageable steps. Instead of seeing an overwhelming list, the home screen displays only the one thing to do right now. No complicated dashboard. No information overload. Just one clear next step. SmallStepper can be used as a simple task manager, daily planner, habit tracker, routine planner, and productivity tool for anyone who finds traditional to-do lists overwhelming. 【How It Works】 1. Create a goal. 2. Break it down into small, achievable steps. 3. Focus on the single step shown on the home screen. 4. Complete it and move on to the next step. For example, when the developer finds it difficult to get out of bed in the morning, they use small steps such as: “Move my hands and feet” “Roll out of bed” “Drink some water” Even a difficult task can feel more manageable when it is broken down into tiny steps. 【Features】 ・Focus on one task at a time ・Break large goals into small, manageable steps ・Create morning routines, evening routines, and daily habits ・Use repeating goals to build consistent habits ・Sync your data across multiple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac (Supporters only) ・Schedule reminders and task notifications ・Review completed tasks in your history ・Level up and unlock titles as you make progress ・Receive encouraging messages after completing a step ・Turn encouragement messages off in Settings ・Check your current step from an Apple Watch ・View your current task with a home screen widget ・Use Easy Japanese and multiple language options ・Simple and distraction-free interface 【Useful For】 ・ADHD-friendly planning ・Managing attention and distractibility ・Starting tasks when you feel overwhelmed ・Daily task management ・Habit tracking ・Morning and bedtime routines ・Studying and school assignments ・Work and productivity ・Tidying and household chores ・Remembering what to bring ・Breaking down large or stressful tasks SmallStepper was designed by a clinical psychologist with the aim of making task management easier for people who experience inattention, distractibility, executive function difficulties, or information overload. You do not have to complete everything at once. Focus on what you can do right now, take one small step, and create more moments of “I did it!” Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
First05
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First05 is a simple focus timer app designed to help you start with just five minutes. When motivation feels low or getting started feels difficult, First05 helps you take a smaller first step. Start a focus session, track your time, and review your recent focus activity in a clear and simple way. Main features: • Start a focus session quickly • Track your daily focus time • Review your recent focus history • View simple analysis based on your records • Check your session status from the Lock Screen with Live Activities • No account required • No ads • Focus records are stored on your device First05 is made for people who want to start without pressure and gradually build a better focus flow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: First05 at none against SmallStepper's 2. First05 also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SmallStepper sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. First05 asks for nothing beyond the download.
SmallStepper ships an update every 4 weeks, First05 every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and August 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmallStepper | First05 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mariko Morita | Rapro |
In-app purchases
SmallStepper
- SmallStepperマンスリーサポーター$0.491 Month
- ライフタイムサポーター$9.99
First05
No in-app purchases





